2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
